The average train between Durham and Crewe takes 3h 44m and the fastest train takes 3h 11m. There is a train service every few hours from Durham to Crewe. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run hourly between Durham and Crewe. The earliest departure is at 4:37 AM at night, and the last departure from Durham is at 9:18 PM which arrives into Crewe at 5:34 AM. All services require a transfer at Leeds and take an average of 3h 44m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Durham to Crewe? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Durham to Crewe. However, there are services departing from Durham station and arriving at Crewe station via Leeds. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 44m.
Durham to Crewe train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Durham station.
Durham to Crewe train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Crewe station.
Book your Durham to Crewe train tickets online with TransPennine Express, Northern Trains Limited and Avanti West Coast.
The distance between Durham and Crewe is 195.1 km. The road distance is 266 km.
You can take a train from Durham to Crewe via Leeds and Manchester Piccadilly in around 3h 27m.